Sicilian Moderati

The Moderati was a faction of conservative politicians in the Two Sicilies during the nineteenth century. The faction was formed by moderate politicians who were opposed to both the extremities of reactionary politics and the instability caused by liberalism; the politicians supported slightly more liberal views on citizenship and economic policies, while also supporting the preservation of order. The Moderati were the dominant party in the Two Sicilies, as they were able to maintain the social order and stability in the country. The party dissolved in 1861 after Italy annexed the Two Sicilies.